Question 1

what treatment is better for postmenopausal osteoporosis
traditional bisphosphonates or newer generation like forteo and prolia injecions?

Accepted Answer

Individual case: Different patients respond to different treatment options. You and your doctor can discuss your test results and go over the risks and benefits of each to determine the best medication for you.

Question 2

are osteporosis drugs bisphosphonates ?

Accepted Answer

Not always: Bisphosphonates are one class of medications that can used to treat osteoporosis. But there other medication including hormones that can be used.

Question 3

what are bisphosphonates mostly used to treat?

Accepted Answer

Osteopenia: Used to replenish bone in people diagnosed with osteopenia, which leads to fragility fractures.

Question 4

what are bisphosphonates side effects?

Accepted Answer

Heartburn and: Irritation of the tube that connects the throat to the stomach (esophagus), if you are taking bisphosphonate pills. These side effects can usually be avoided by following instructions for taking your medicine.Headache; constipation, diarrhea, and passing gas; and muscle and joint pain, if you are taking intravenous (IV) bisphosphonate shots.There are more serious side effect but very common.

Question 5

has anybody tried bisphosphonates to treat osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

Not the best: Bisphosphonates can reduce fracture and raise you DEXA scan scores but they donot build bone.  If you are osteoporotic and have already had a fracture, consider Forteo to build bone first.

Question 6

are there any good alternatives to bisphosphonates for osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Prolia is a highly effective drug for osteoporosis.  Evista (raloxifene) ( for women) is less potent but reasonably effective.  Forteo is the only drug which stiumulates new bone formation but is expensive and has to be self-injected every day.  Estrogen ( for women) is effective but not generally used in the absence of postmenopausal symptoms.

Question 7

i have had my doctors prescribe forteo. there have been 28, 000 falls reported. should i do it?

Accepted Answer

Yes if indicated: Forteo is usually prescribed to prevent spontaneous fracture from severe osteoporosis. You have either failed other treatments or were found to be so osteopoorotic you are at risk of breaking bones without falling. The benefit far outweighs the risk . Keep in minf if everyone who is prescribed Forteo is at risk for falling isn't it more likey the falls are related to the risk and not the injection.

Question 8

i've been injecting forteo since 10/31/14. today i had precancerous growth removed. should forteo be discontinued. only have osteopenia,  failed fusio?

Accepted Answer

Precancerous: Unlikely to be caused by Forteo but needs very careful evaluation by the doctor who prescribed this.

Question 9

what are forteo injections?

Accepted Answer

Osteoporosis drug: Forteo is a medication which is used for men and women with osteoporosis who are or may be at risk for fragility fractures. This drug is injected and can lead to increased bone mass and strength. To determine if you would be a candidate for these injections, i would recommend initial consultation with your primary care physician.

Question 10

is it safe to use forteo now?

Accepted Answer

Yes but only if . . : All supplements, herbs & medications have side effects. No such thing as a free lunch. Therefore, only use a medication if potential benefit(s) outweigh risks & side effects. Forteo (teriparatide) is used to increase bone strength in severe osteoporosis. It's given as a daily shot for up to 2yrs. After that, we worry about osteosarcoma in rats. But if you're not a rat, it appears to be safe 4 now.

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What treatment is better for postmenopausal osteoporosis traditional bisphosphonates or newer generation like forteo and prolia injecions?

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What are bisphosphonates mostly used to treat?

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What are bisphosphonates side effects?

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Has anybody tried bisphosphonates to treat osteoporosis?

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Are there any good alternatives to bisphosphonates for osteoporosis?

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I have had my doctors prescribe forteo. there have been 28, 000 falls reported. should i do it?

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I've been injecting forteo since 10/31/14. today i had precancerous growth removed. should forteo be discontinued. only have osteopenia, failed fusio?

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What are forteo injections?

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Is it safe to use forteo now?

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